In the heart of Melbourne, Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social offers a lively atmosphere with laundry facilities, a bar, and restaurant. Connect to WiFi and unwind with an elevator ride or explore nearby Queen Victoria Market. The helpful staff has left lasting impressions on previous guests.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Main amenities (5)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Air conditioning
Self-serve laundry
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (5)
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Lift
Flat-screen TV
Free self-parking
The current price is NZ$120
NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Room options
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Studio Queen and Single with Ensuite
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Studio Queen with Ensuite
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Studio Queen Single with Shared Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Royal Melbourne Showgrounds - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Flemington Racecourse - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
Melbourne Zoo - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
Queen Victoria Market - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
Melbourne Central - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
Getting around
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 10 min drive
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 16 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 47 min drive
Essendon Station - 3 min walk
Showgrounds Station - 12 min drive
Southern Cross Station - 19 min drive
Glenbervie Station - 13 min walk
Moonee Ponds Station - 17 min walk
Strathmore Station - 25 min walk
Restaurants
Mastersons Bar - 12 min walk
Benny & Me - 3 min walk
Little Thai Kitchen - 11 min walk
Essendon Hotel - 2 min walk
Ten One Ate - 9 min walk
About this property
Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social
At Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Queen Victoria Market and Melbourne Central. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Marvel Stadium and Collins Street are within a short drive. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Glenbervie Station is 13 minutes away.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
18 rooms
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
DONE
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay
A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Royal By Nightcap Social
Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Hotel
Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Essendon
Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Hotel Essendon
Frequently asked questions
Does Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Crown Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social like?
Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social is in Essendon, a short 3-minute walk from Essendon Station.
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Royal Hotel by Nightcap Social Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Bar
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What guests liked
Meals were great and the dining area was always kept in excellent condition. (4 reviews)
Free on-site parking was a convenient bonus for guests. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
20 February 2025
Mid week stay
very good overall stay,very clean shower etc, comfy bed,coffee,tea excellent.
would stay there again
Rob
Rob, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2025
Close to dining options and public transport links
BRUCE
BRUCE, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2024
Clean and quiet hotel
chen
chen, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 November 2024
Very comfortable room, late check in was easy facilities were very clean and tidy. Handy to train station too.
Shona
Shona, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Brilliant service, everything at your fingertips, cosy, groovy, renovated, clean rooms
Justina
Justina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 October 2024
Great location, service, food and l have never seen a venue so clean. Highly recommend and will be back.
Bobby
Bobby, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 January 2025
Super
Silvia
Silvia, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 November 2024
It waa good
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 June 2022
Very nice place to stay, very good value.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 January 2024
Fantastic rooms and food options
Great for transport highly recommended
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2025
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Royal Melbourne by Nightcap, and I was thoroughly impressed with the exceptional service provided by the staff. Alison and her team are truly outstanding, demonstrating a genuine commitment to ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of their guests.
Their helpfulness, attention to detail, and willingness to provide options made all the difference during my stay. I would highly recommend Royal Melbourne by Nightcap to anyone seeking a top-notch hospitality experience.
Khurram
Khurram, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2024
Wanting to travel to Flemington racecourse for an event we found this little gem. Great staff, good food and quick service . We stayed in a queen ensuite room it was very clean and well maintained. Highly recommend
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2023
It’s in a very convenient location with nice comfortable rooms and staff are so nice
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 March 2024
Great clean tidy accommodation as well as easy access to transport
Bradley
Bradley, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 August 2024
Reasonable place to stay
Reasonable place to stay, it was clean tidy and comfortable. It suited my needs
Lloyd
Lloyd, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2022
Nice clean accommodation, good meals & has bar onsite
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 January 2023
Very clean, comfortable accommodation, value for
Money, close to airport
Kristy
10/10 Exceptional
11 May 2023
Comfortable bed, excellent bathroom facilities, clean and common area was great!
Donna
Donna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2022
easy parking
good location
very friendly staff
CHIA YEN
CHIA YEN, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Beautiful thanks
Carla
Carla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 February 2024
Good clean hotel room.
Santhameena
Santhameena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 October 2022
Great room, very friendly staff
Jarrad
Jarrad, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 March 2023
Great place to stay, close to train station. Plenty of parking nearby.
Rob
Rob, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 December 2022
Fantastic food, service and comfort
Kylie
8/10 Very good
4 September 2023
Thank you..enjoyed my stay... comfortable and hassle free .